Instructional Assistant, Basic (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy*

Young World Physical Education; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Pasco County Schools Veterans Elementary School in Wesley Chapel, FL seeks an Instructional Assistant, Basic to support teachers and students in a well-organized classroom environment. Under supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher, you will assist with instructional activities and student supervision.

The role is full-time, benefit-eligible, with required Parapro/ParaPro testing options and basic education requirements as described by the district. Immediate start is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree, completion of 60 semester hours of college or passing score of 457 on the ParaPro Test.
• All employees must satisfactorily complete any required training. All employees must meet mandated federal and state health requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist teacher(s) in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning educational environment under the supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.
• Support instructional activities and student supervision in the classroom.

Education

Associate Degree/60 semester hours/ParaPro pass

Job description

Instructional Assistant, Basic (2026-2027) *Anticipated Vacancy*

Pasco County Schools Veterans Elementary School - Wesley Chapel, Florida Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5887373

Application Deadline: Oct 09, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Estimated Start:Immediately

Location: Veterans Elementary School, 26940 Progress Parkway, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544

School Related Personnel - SRP

Full-Time, Benefit Eligible

Specialty: Instructional Assistant, Basic

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for assisting teacher(s) in providing a well-organized, smoothly functioning educational environment in which students can take full advantage of the instructional program and available resources, under the direct supervision of a Highly Qualified Teacher.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Associate Degree, completion of 60 semester hours of college or passing score of 457 on theParaPro Test
• All employees must satisfactorily complete any required training. All employees must meet all mandated federal and state health requirements

Background Screening

Pasco County Schools utilizes the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for fingerprinting and Level II background screening.

For more information about the Florida Clearinghouse and Level II background screening requirements, including eligibility assessments and compliance guidelines, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

Notification of Nondiscrimination: The District School Board of Pasco County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, or age in its programs, services, and activities or in its hiring and employment practices.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

• Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Pasco County Schools
• 7227 Land O'Lakes Blvd.
• Land O' Lakes, Florida 34639
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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